Tag: Australian Public Service

Gig Guide: Treasury Secretary gets second term

Posted on   |  by Brandon How
Treasury Secretary Steven Kennedy has been reappointed on another five-year term as his department prepares to deliver the Future Made in Australia agenda. Mr Kennedy was originally appointed Treasury...

The time bomb Australia’s digital strategy fails to address

Posted on   |  by Anne Cornish
In an age where data and information reigns supreme, effective recordkeeping is the cornerstone of accountable governance. Yet, records practitioners across the country are collectively alarmed of the state...

Fostering talent that is hiding in plain sight

Posted on   |  by Alistair Gordon
The Australian Public Service in 2023 is faced with an extraordinary opportunity to reset its contribution to supporting the government of Australia and all Australians.  Four events occurring almost...

Budget lays out $2bn government tech overhaul

Posted on   |  by Justin Hendry
The federal government will invest more than $2 billion in a four-year overhaul of digital platforms as it seeks to rebuild the service delivery footings of the Australian Public...

$130m Accenture vetting system rollout still facing issues

Posted on   |  by Brandon How
The rollout of the Accenture-built government security vetting system continues to face complications, as the agency in charge fails to meet its KPI on baseline clearances. Technical issues with...

The systemic roadblocks to improving public sector capability

Posted on   |  by Alistair Gordon
The Albanese Government has made it clear that it intends to reduce public sector reliance on external consultants, with Finance and Public Service Minister Katy Gallagher recently revealing plans...